Indulge in a warm and comforting breakfast with Slow Cooker Chocolate Banana Steel-Cut Oats

This hearty and decadent breakfast dish combines the rich flavors of chocolate and bananas with nutritious steel-cut oats. Set it in your slow cooker overnight for a hassle-free morning meal that will keep you full and satisfied until lunchtime.

Ingredients

• 1 cup steel-cut oats
• 3 cups water
• 2 ripe bananas, mashed
• 1/4 cup cocoa powder
• 1/4 cup honey or maple syrup
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• Optional toppings: sliced bananas, chocolate chips, chopped nuts

Directions

1. In a slow cooker, combine steel-cut oats, water, mashed bananas, cocoa powder, honey or maple syrup, vanilla extract, cinnamon, and salt. Stir well to combine.
2. Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours, or until the oats are tender and creamy.
3. Stir the oats before serving to ensure a consistent texture.
4. Serve warm in bowls and top with sliced bananas, chocolate chips, and chopped nuts if desired.
5. Enjoy this delicious and nutritious breakfast!

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